Merf Owen on Famous Naval Architecture

Good Jibes with Latitude 38

English - May 09, 2023 01:02 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB - ★★★★★ - 50 ratings
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This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by world-renowned naval architect Merf Owen of Owen Clarke Design. Merf is a "hands-on sailor-designer," with 250,000 miles of offshore sailing experience - including a climbing/sailing expedition above the Arctic Circle - and is a Fellow of the Royal Institute of Naval Architects. Hear what opened Merf’s eyes to wanderlust, how he got interested in yacht design, his favorite boats he designed, what makes a strong boat and a strong design team, and how the people you meet can propel you forward in your career and in life. Learn more about Merf at OwenClarkeDesign.com